About Us:

Jackson Public Schools is the second largest school district in Mississippi, serving about 26,000 students, representing more than 80 percent of school-aged children in the state's capital and only urban municipality. Jackson, Mississippi has about 172,000 residents in an area of 104 square miles. There are 7 high schools, 12 middle schools, 37 elementary schools, and 2 special schools comprising the district's 58 school sites. These schools are divided into 7 feeder patterns based on the high school receiving the area's students.

Mission:

Jackson Public Schools, an innovative, urban district committed to excellence, will provide every student a quality education in partnership with parents and the community.

Vision:

Our vision is to become a top-ranked learning community that graduates productive, caring citizens who are prepared to succeed in a global society.